Chapter 41

Alex had just returned home from work feeling extremely tired. In the final days at Lumire, he had been rushing to complete all tasks and responsibilities before officially resigning.

Upon entering the house, Alex found his mother and Nicole sitting in the dining room, having dinner. There wasn't anything wrong per se. However, there was a sight that bothered Alex at that moment.

Through his eyes, he saw the dining table in a very messy state. There were many piles of food boxes, paper bags, and scattered plastic utensils.

"Mom..."

Alex spoke up. Instantly, Savana and Nicole's attention shifted to the handsome man standing not far from the dining table.

"What are you doing, Mom?"

"Just having dinner. What else?"

Knowing it was dinner time didn't solve anything. But really, that wasn't the answer Alex was hoping for.

"Yes, Alex knows. I mean, why is it so messy like this? And there's spilled food on the tablecloth."

Savana sighed. While continuing to chew and enjoy her dinner, she trie